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Meet Community Independent candidate this Saturday

By Yarrawonga Chronicle

Oct 28, 2026

Community Independent candidate, Steve Manning is launching his campaign this weekend.

Community Independent candidate for Ovens Valley, Steve Manning is launching his campaign in Wangaratta on Saturday with the Yarrawonga Mulwala Bridge high on his list of key priorities.

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The electrician, trade teacher and community football coach will outline his commitment to improved services for the region, including better mental health support and access to care.

Mr Manning has pledged to build on the legacy of independent representation in the region, including Cathy McGowan and Helen Haines, to work with communities, and pursue practical solutions that reflect the needs of Ovens Valley.

Community members are welcome to attend, meet Mr Manning and share the issues they want their state representative to address.

Three key policy priorities

•Mental health support before crisis: Improving access to local mental health services, specialist care and outreach, with better coordination and follow-up so people can stay connected to care and access practical support when they need it.

•Safer roads and a funded bridge plan: sustained investment in priority regional road repairs and a funded agreement between Victoria and NSW to deliver the replacement Yarrawonga–Mulwala bridge.

•24-hour policing in Cobram: Advocating for the funding and staffing needed to provide round-the-clock access to Cobram Police Station while protecting patrols and emergency response across surrounding communities.

Where: King George Gardens, Wangaratta

When: Saturday, October 31 at 11am.